alga
“alga” means “seaweed” in Spanish (General term for marine plants).
seaweed
Also: algae
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Hay mucha alga en la orilla de la playa.
A1There is a lot of seaweed on the shore of the beach.
El sushi se prepara con un tipo de alga seca.
A2Sushi is prepared with a type of dried seaweed.
Las algas son fundamentales para la vida marina.
B1Algae are fundamental for marine life.
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Which is the correct way to say 'the seaweed' in the singular?
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From the Latin word 'alga', which meant exactly the same thing: seaweed or marine plants.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'alga' masculine or feminine?
It is a feminine noun, but it uses the masculine article 'el' in the singular form to prevent the two 'a' sounds from bumping into each other.
Can I eat 'alga'?
Yes! Many types of 'algas' are edible and common in Asian cuisine, like nori or wakame.
Does it mean the same as 'seaweed'?
Exactly. While 'algae' is the scientific term, 'seaweed' is how most people translate it in everyday conversation when talking about the beach or food.